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"When I drink, I relax" is a rationale often learned from parents or TV, says Fischer. Alcohol can become a way to fill an emotional void, or at least forget about it temporarily.

Take control: Make yourself wait 20 minutes between drinks. You're not denying yourself, which can lead to bingeing, and you can use the time to ask yourself, Am I angry or upset? says Fischer. If you are, consider leaving to do something that calms you down.